Ivan Name Day Wishes

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The main name day of Ivan (John) under the new church calendar of the OCU and UGCC is 24 June, the Nativity of John the Baptist (7 July under the old style). Ivana Kupala is celebrated on the same day. Other name days for Ivan are 7 January (Synaxis of John the Baptist), 29 August (Beheading of John the Baptist) and 26 September (Saint John the Theologian). Below are short name day wishes for Ivan, wishes in your own words, messages for a husband, dad, son, friend or colleague, and poems.

Summer holidays: Ivana Kupala wishes; other men’s name days — Vasyl’s name day and the general collection of name day wishes.

Short name day wishes for Ivan

• Ivan, happy name day! Strength, health and luck in everything.
• Vania, happy angel day! May your guardian angel always be near.
• Ivan, happy name day! May summer bring you warmth and life bring you joy.
• Happy St John’s Day! Peace, prosperity and loyal friends.

Wishes in your own words

The name Ivan comes from the Hebrew Yohanan — “God has been gracious”. So wish him God’s blessing, peace and a happy life. For example: “Ivan, happy name day! You are a true friend and always keep your word. May Saint John protect you, and may your life be full of light and warmth, like a Kupala night.”

For a husband, dad or son

• My love, happy name day! You are my rock and my happiness. Health and luck.
• Dad, happy name day! Thank you for your wisdom, strength and love. Many happy years.
• Son, happy name day! May Saint John protect you and your dreams come true.

For a friend or colleague

• Ivan, happy name day! Energy, health and great company.
• Ivan, happy name day! Thank you for your reliability and professionalism. New achievements ahead.
• Happy angel day, my friend! May luck always be by your side.

Name day poems for Ivan

Happy name day, Ivan dear!
May summer sunshine warm you here,
May life be kind in every way
And joy fill your home every day!

Ivan, may you always smile,
May your home be bright and warm,
May every day be worthwhile
And shelter you from every storm!

About the feast

John the Baptist was the prophet who preached repentance and baptised Christ in the Jordan. His Nativity on 24 June coincides with the folk feast of Ivana Kupala, so men named Ivan often celebrate with Kupala traditions. Ivan is one of the most common Ukrainian male names.

A gift for Ivan

Sweets or a useful gift suit Ivan, while tender flowers are perfect for his wife or mom — or for women named Ivanna.

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More options in our flowers for men and spray roses sections.

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FAQ

When is Ivan’s name day?

The main date is 24 June (Nativity of John the Baptist). Also 7 January, 29 August and 26 September (new style).

Why does Ivan’s day coincide with Kupala?

The folk feast of Ivana Kupala long ago merged with the Nativity of John the Baptist, so both are celebrated on 24 June.

What to give Ivan on his name day?

An icon of Saint John, sweets, a book or something useful for a hobby.

July name days: Illia name day wishes (20 July).

The mother of John the Baptist, Saint Elizabeth: Yelyzaveta name day wishes (5 September).

Read also: birthday wishes for Ivan.

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Author: Maria Svitlovir

Graduated from Taras Shevchenko National University of Kyiv, Institute of Biology and Medicine (2001). BSc in Biology, MSc in Horticulture. Writes about plants, works at a garden centre selecting and repotting plants, and contributes to plant reference guides.